Things To Do
Attractions
Art Across the Border
Experience art like never before. Ciudad Juarez offers a variety of Museums all housing unforgettable exhibits.
Cultural Entertainment & Event
Local stages offer performances year round. From theater to dance to symphony orchestra concerts, a night out on the town can always include a great live show. Our yearly festivals are one of a kind and offer entertainment for the whole family.
Education
El Paso and Las Cruces are home to several universities and junior colleges. From sporting events to art exhibits to Bhutanese architecture, the educational facilities are a great place to start when looking into your next trip to the borderland.
For the Young at Heart
This city offers great fun for families big or small. Kids can count the whiskers on the tigers in the “cool” park environment of the El Paso Zoo. Spend a Sunday, biking along the Rio Grande or feed baby goats at the Licon Dairy petting farm. Western Playland offers rides and roller coasters under the warm sun any day of the year.
Fort Bliss
One of the United State’s largest bases and home to the annual Amigo Air Show, Fort Bliss has museums, fairs, and one of the biggest PX in the Southwest. History and military buffs alike will find plenty to do. Also, visit some of the oldest architecture in El Paso.
Galleries Galore
Take the 10 galleries in two days challenge! Find an alluring mix of traditional and contemporary art at any one of our local galleries. Each gallery is rich in history and culture and aims to provide its visitors with a sight you will see only in El Paso.
Gone Fishin'
El Paso and New Mexico offer up loads of fishing opportunities from trout to catfish, stocked lakes to streams; any fisherman can find his catch of the day.
Got Golf?
With over 300 sunny days a year golf courses in and around El Paso can be played year round. Visit any one of our courses and enjoy a breathtaking view of El Paso and its surrounding areas.
Historical and Cultural Sites
El Paso serves as a cultural corridor introducing thousands to our history. With our extensive diversity one could learn of the grim fate of the notorious outlaw John Wesley Hardin, learn about the native Tiguas culture, or visit the Magoffin Homestead, one of El Paso’s prominent founders.
Mexico
Experience Mexico like never before. El Paso offers you the chance to experience the folklore and mexican culture.
Movies
Everybody loves going to the movies. That's why the Sun City features five great movie theatres for you to enjoy. Whether you are willing to pay $1 at the Montwood Movies 7 or $8 at Cinemark Tinseltown USA, you can always be sure that El Paso offers nothing but the best.
Museums
El Paso attracts world-class photographers, painters, sculptors and muralists. See both regional and international artists at three art centers; explore the area’s archaeological past or the natural history of its Chihuahuan Desert setting; try a hands-on project at the Insights Science Museum.
Nature Tourism
El Paso is a natural playground for a variety of environmental and outdoor adventure pursuits. Located in the fascinating and complex Chihuahuan Desert, El Paso is home to an abundant species of birds, reptiles, and plants, making it a diverse place unlike any other on earth. At the center of three states and two nations, El Paso not only pays tribute to its historical past but seeks to preserve this unique region.
Ranches, Farms & Orchards
Locals and visitors alike can enjoy the fruits of harvest during the summer and fall and taste spicy chilies, refreshing Zinfandels and candied pecans. Visit one of the many orchards of the upper Rio Grande by taking a Sunday drive along Highway 28 under the cool canopy of Pecan trees.
Read All About It!
El Paso's lush history and culture are captured by many local libraries and arcive centers. The conservation of El Paso's heritage and evolution can all be viewed through books, photographs, and drawings all available to the public at any one of our many centers.
Wineries
The sun shines in El Paso approximately 302 days per year, earning it the nickname “Sun City.” All that sun we’re bound to have the finest regional vineyards. Raise your glasses to doing Texas different.